Mad Science of St. Louis

Birthday Party and Special Events Entertainer

Mad Science of St. Louis  •  $40/hr  •  Hartford, CT (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Job Description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
We are currently looking for outgoing and engaging people to present Mad Science and/or ART events - parties and/or special events.

Our positions are enjoyable and and gives you experience in the spotlight. For parties, you must be willing to work on weekends and you'll entertain 15-30 kids with dazzling science or engage them in creative art projects. For shows you'll visit schools, libraries, camps and more to deliver science presentations that thrill audiences of 25-250 kids. We provide the training and equipment, and handle all the booking and scheduling from our office.

Shows and parties happen all the time. This is a part-time job, but we prefer someone with a flexible schedule who can take on a variety of assignments when given plenty of notice, and who will be around for a good while to perform with us through multiple seasons.

Requirements:

  • An outgoing and dynamic personality

  • Enjoys performing in front of an audience (birthday parties typically 15-25 children)

  • Experience with groups of children ages 4-12

  • Some experience in theater a plus.

  • Reliable vehicle

  • A cell phone

  • Excellent verbal communication skills

  • Ability to lift up to 45 lbs

  • Must be available some evenings and many weekends

  • College degree or some college experience

  • Knowledge of very basic science and enjoyment of creative art (don't worry - we'll train the rest)

  • Lots of energy

  • All employees will be subject to a criminal background check

Successful candidates are also:

  • Responsible - able to conduct programs safely and efficiently

  • Reliable - always on time, always prepared

  • Adaptable - able to adjust to every environment and group type

  • Professional - comfortable dealing with everyone from parents to principals

  • Flexible - able to function in a business where schedules and workloads are at the mercy of the customer

  • Engaging and dynamic


Compensation: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Mad Science and Crayola Imagine Arts Academy (formerly ART-ventures for Kids) are well-known brands brands with locations around the globe! For nearly 40 years, we have sparked imaginative learning through our summer camps, birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs, and special events for kids ages 3-12. Become part of our team and help us inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and artists, or just instill a healthy appreciation of these disciplines for all kids. Our locations are always looking for part-time instructors and occasionally office staff.

Mad Science of St. Louis

About Mad Science of St. Louis

Mad science is the World Leader in FUN science! We strive to spark imaginative Learning in all students!

Mad Science conducts exciting assemblies and workshops for students during the day, programs for after school science enrichments, and even fun and educational birthday, Halloween, and Holiday parties. These unique events spark the curiosity of elementary and middle school children and build their enthusiasm for science!

Our Programs are packed with fascinating activities and cover topics such as air pressure, physics, chemical reactions, dry ice, magnetism, heat, matter and much much more!

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO
Year Founded
1998
Website
madscience.org
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